Trauma and PTSD Therapists in North Myrtle Beach, SC

I assist clients in living their best life. Life moves in stages and it is possible to function at your highest level despite current challenges. I empower my client to traverse life obstacles while accepting their current life conditions.

My focus is on meeting each person where they are at; seeing their uniqueness and strengths and using these as the foundations for bringing about desired change, acceptance, and helping one see their own strengths. I have a variety of tools in my therapeutic "tool box" and strive to use the tools/techniques that resonate most for each individual. For some it may be a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach or Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), others Mindfulness, and still others spirituality, somatic work, imagery, or art process may resonate... usually it is a combination of several.

Welcome! I'm Briana Panetti, a Licensed Master Social Worker, dedicated to guiding individuals towards well-being. With a Master's degree from Widener University and experience across diverse settings, I've had the privilege of supporting individuals of all ages facing challenges such as mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction, as well as assisting mothers with navigating through pregnancy, post-partum, and motherhood.

I have successfully assisted many individuals, couples, and families who are courageous enough to seek to professional therapeutic counseling services. I greatly enjoying working with individuals who have a desire to improve their situation and make positive impactful changes in their lives. I utilize evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients with cognitive restructuring and focus on resolving emotional and behavioral problems which enables individuals to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.

People do not look for a counselor when life is going well so if you are reading this bio I imagine that your are experiencing some difficult times, and emotions. You want to alleviate the weight on your chest, knot in your stomach, and ache in your soul. Maybe you want to learn how to reduce conflict in your home and create a stronger relationship in the process. I would love to work with you to do just that. I am a double graduate from Liberty University (BS Psychology, MA Counseling), a certified trauma treatment professional, EFT tapping level 2 professional and a South Carolina LLR Certified Licensed Professional Counselor

My ideal client is one who is a lifelong learner. He or she explores the world with curiosity and humor seeking to make that difference in life which helps him or her turn difficult corners and experience satisfaction. Satisfaction can best be achieved through collaborating with another to discover what ultimately in matters in life and how best achieve it. Transitions may be difficult but not impossible.

We are a nonprofit out-patient mental health and addiction counseling center serving Horry County in four locations; North Myrtle Beach, Surfside, Conway, and Loris. Our professional staff of 30 Master's level counselors and social workers with specialties in play therapy, addictions, marital and family counseling, and trauma recovery are here to help you deal with mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational issues.

It is hard being a parent. It is even harder when your child is experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. As an experienced professional school counselor and licensed professional counselor associate, I assist children, adolescents, and young adults with their mental health needs. I am here to listen free of judgement and to support you and your family. I strive to provide an environment that is safe, compassionate, and encouraging.

At Inner Peace Behavioral Health, our therapists and staff value each and every client that comes through our door. The goal is to work together with clients towards increased personal insight, improved relationships, healing, and personal growth.

I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, marital/relationship issues, grief, life transitions, career development, mood disorders, and other mental, emotional, and spiritual issues. I am Prepare and Enrich certified to improve relationships.

I have successfully helped clients of all ages and backgrounds recover from anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and grief.

I have been in private practice "A Place To Start" since 2015. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor with over 35 years experience in the mental health field. I was born and raised on Long Island in NY. I retired from Pilgrim Psychiatric Center in 2013. Over the past 35 years I have worked in various setting such as inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient programs, detox, substance rehab and private practice. I take pride in the compassionate care I render to all of my patients through my servants heart and extensive knowledge in mental health and substance abuse disorders.

I enjoy working with children, teenagers, families and adults and have been providing individual and family counseling for 22 years. I am a Registered Play Therapist, National Board Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor and I have received extensive training in Filial Play Therapy, Parenting Education, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Post-Adoption Issues.

Life is hard. Hope is found in facing the reality of your past and present. The goal of treatment that I strive for is for you to become all you were created to be; to be healed from the pain of the past, and move into the possibilities of the future. Whatever the past has thrown your way; whatever you are facing today; whatever future challenges are producing fear and anxiety, I would consider it a privilege to help you overcome your hurts, habits, and hang-ups. The past cannot be changed...the future is yet in your power. Don't let your past dictate who you are....Let it be part of who you will become.

Life can be hard, full of changes, challenges, and transitions. Navigating the twists and turns can sometimes be too much on your own. Experiences shape our beliefs about who we are and our place in the world. I work with my clients to help them find their strengths and figure out what motivates them to become more personally effective in daily life. We will work together to find new perspectives and new possibilities for happiness. I have a passion for helping kids and teens create personal change and flourish.

Being a specialist for 17+ years in treating OCD and Anxiety Disorders, and Scrupulosity OCD, my goal for my client is to provide the best possible up to date treatment while my practice is a place that provides safe and confidential services with a person-centered approach. Skill based treatment is important and coping skills are provided to help my client have methods and tools to improve outcomes in their lives. It is important when possible to also offer family counseling to help families understand their loved one with their struggles concerning anxiety and OCD. This leads to a successful outcome with a better quality of life.

Life is full of ups and downs, little and big crises, and at times can be confusing and overwhelming. However, within these struggles there is hope, light and room for growth. My own life journey has led me to the counseling field and helped me find my passion. I am a strong advocate of personal development and strongly believe in the importance of prioritizing mental wellness to live out our life in the most fulfilling manner. Empathy, competency and connection to others helps me build a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help them grow.

Although many of us wish that we could go back and live our lives over we know that is impossible. However, anyone can change directions and make a brand new life. My mission is to assist clients of all ages to find these New Directions and to move forward to this new and better life.

Are you currently facing a challenge in life that you find difficult to handle on your own? Together we can go through the process of finding solutions that are right for you. As your counselor, I can provide support in acquiring new, more effective patterns of behavior, drawing up a plan to overcome the life difficulties you have encountered and support in its implementation. I am an intern at Webster University's Clinical Counseling program and am in the final stages of completing my Master's degree in Counseling.